The Flagpole

Friday 15 February 2018

Friday 15 February 2019 is a non-uniform day. Participation is not compulsory, but pupils are asked to contribute £2.00 if they choose to wear non-uniform clothes. The criteria for what is acceptable as non-uniform is clearly set out in the homework diary.

It is a Blue Day for our Sixth Formers who are supporting Prostate and Testicular Cancer Charities.

The College is also supporting Father Hudson’s Care and CAFOD.

Father Hudson’s Care is the Social Care Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham. Their aim is to offer help and support to people in need and improve their quality of life. Each year, during Lent, Father Hudson’s care, run an appeal known as ‘The Good Shepherd Appeal’ to help raise vital money to support their work. All Catholic schools within the Archdiocese are invited to take part. CAFOD, is the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development and we are supporting their Lenten appeal to help families living in remote areas of Bangladesh.

Mary Benham
Chaplaincy Co-ordinator

If your child carries an inhaler, please can it be labelled with their name so that it can be returned easily should it get misplaced.

Paula Greig
Senior Matron

As you are aware we are now in flu season, typically at this time of year we also see tummy bugs on the increase which can be very contagious.

Symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting can be unpleasant and distressing, but shouldn’t last for more than a couple of days.

Adults and children with diarrhoea should avoid visiting GP surgeries or hospitals to prevent the further spread of the virus. The Norovirus in particular has a big impact on the NHS at this time of year.

Good hand hygiene can also limit the spread of infection.

If your child should become affected please ensure they are kept out of school for 48 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhoea to stop the spread of infection.

Please let the attendance line know by using the usual number 01926 634260 or email attendance@princethorpe.co.uk.

Paula Greig
Matron